241 E 48th St

241 East 48th Street – Endless Elegance, Historic Roots, Modern Luxury

Located in prestigious Turtle Bay Gardens, a historic and exclusive enclave with a shared, manicured garden where properties rarely become available

Once home to notable residents: Katherine Hepburn, Bob Dylan, Stephen Sondheim, E.B. White

Approximately 5,500 SF | 20’ wide Georgian townhouse | 5 floors + finished cellar

Multi-year, Landmarks-approved, level-five gut renovation—ensuring the highest standards in preservation and quality—with custom finishes from Portugal

4 Bedrooms | 5.5 Bathrooms | Elevator access to all floors

Smart home and security system for enhanced convenience and peace of mind | Steel-reinforced structure ensures long-term durability and silent floors | Humidity-controlled, zoned HVAC provides personalized comfort and energy efficiency throughout the home| Steel-reinforced structure | Humidity-controlled, zoned HVAC

Ground Floor: Chef’s kitchen with waterfall island, sunlit grand room with 20’ ceilings and skylight, dining area, gas fireplace, powder room

Parlor Floor: Formal living room, Juliet balcony, gas fireplace, built-in library

Third Floor: Two en-suite bedrooms with expansive closets, garden, and street views

Fourth Floor: Full-floor primary suite with spa bath, soaking tub, shower, double vanity, walk-in closet

Fifth Floor: Open loft-style suite, full bath, kitchenette, terrace overlooking private garden

Cellar: Entertainment room/gym, full bath, mechanicals, laundry, ample storage

Lush private garden + access to Turtle Bay’s willow-lined communal esplanade

Prime Midtown East location, near cultural institutions, fine dining, UN, and East River

Offered well below replacement value—estimated to save the new owner over $2 million in renovation costs—this is a true turnkey masterpiece